For once (and only once we are sure), Australia is getting something before the US that does not involve Paul Hogan. Nintendo Australia announced that the DS Lite will retail on June 1st, ten full days earlier than the portable drops in the US. But before busting out that VB, making Kiwi sheep jokes and singing Waltzing Matilda, note that early comes at a price. Ozzies will pay AU $199.95 (US $152), compared to the US $130 Yanks will shell out. And like the US, Australia will get the white version. But, why before the States, you ask? Well, Australia is closer to Japan and all...

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